Publisher's Synopsis
Bingen On The Rhine is a novel written by Caroline E. Sheridan Norton and published in 1884. The story takes place in the picturesque town of Bingen, located on the banks of the Rhine River in Germany. The novel follows the lives of two sisters, Adelaide and Edith, who are orphaned and forced to leave their home in England to live with their uncle in Bingen. Adelaide is a beautiful and spirited young woman who quickly adapts to life in Bingen, making friends with the locals and falling in love with a young German officer named Max. Edith, on the other hand, is more reserved and struggles to fit in. She finds solace in her love of music and becomes a talented pianist, but her shyness and insecurities hold her back from truly embracing life in Bingen. As the sisters navigate their new lives in Germany, they become embroiled in a web of family drama and political intrigue. Their uncle, a prominent member of the local aristocracy, is involved in a scandalous affair with a married woman, and Adelaide and Max find themselves caught up in the middle of it all. Meanwhile, Edith catches the eye of a wealthy American businessman who is in Bingen on business, and she must decide whether to follow her heart or her head. Bingen On The Rhine is a sweeping historical romance that explores themes of love, family, and identity. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in 19th-century Germany, with its rich culture, stunning landscapes, and complex social hierarchy. Norton's prose is lyrical and evocative, transporting readers to a bygone era and immersing them in the lives of her compelling characters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.